A Magic: The Gathering Banned and Restricted announcement dropped on Aug. 26, removing overpowered cards like Nadu, Winged Wisdom, Grief, Sorin, Imperious Bloodlord, and Amalia Benavides Aguirre. The anticipation for the August MTG Banned and Restricted announcement was intense, with many players calling for a ban on Nadu, Winged Wisdom from the Modern format. The Modern Horizons 3 card rose to ban status following the final Pro Tour tournament of the 2023-2024 season through the Bant Nadu deck and has continued to dominate the Modern format into the 2024-2025 season. Nadu was removed from the Modern format through the Aug. 26 MTG Banned and Restricted announcement, along with Grief. Multiple other Magic formats were also hit with bans, including Pioneer, Legacy, Vintage, and Explorer. View the full article
According to Steam's own figures, there were 37,258,373 people logged into the service on August 25, beating the previous record of 36.35 million set in March. Read Entire Article View the full article
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Nintendo has added one final event to the summer game-a-palooza calendar with not one but two game showcases. Tomorrow at 7AM PT / 10AM ET, Nintendo will host an indie world showcase, and then a partner direct will immediately follow. Altogether, Nintendo says the two back-to-back events will be 40 minutes long. Join us tomorrow, August 27 at 7am PT, for an #IndieWorld Showcase followed by a #NintendoDirect Partner Showcase! The livestream, featuring both presentations back-to-back, will be roughly 40 minutes in total. Watch here: [Hidden Content] [Hidden Content] — Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) August 26, 2024 Nintendo’s already had its big bang summer showcase this year. Back in June, Nintendo announced... Continue reading… View the full article
Nintendo has announced not one but two Nintendo Direct broadcasts for this month, both of which focused on third-party developers. The first is the Indie World Showcase at 7 AM Pacific / 10 AM Eastern and it will be followed immediately by a Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, both of which will run for 40 minutes […] Source View the full article
Nintendo is appearing to forgo its usual September Direct with a pair of presentations coming tomorrow, all in one livestream. There are pretty much two times a year you can expect a Nintendo Direct: June, which is non-E3 season, and September, which probably has some kind of financial reason, but any which way, there's pretty much always a September Direct. But it seems like Nintendo is doing things a little differently this year, as it has announced today that tomorrow, August 27, there will be not one, but two Nintendo Directs. Kicking things off at 7am PT/ 10am ET/ 3pm BST is an Indie World presentation, which as you can probably tell from the tin, is all about indie games. If you're expecting a new Mario game here, I can't help you. Right after that, there'll be a Partner Showcase, which always features announcements from third-party developers, so don't expect anything about the upcoming Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom or Metroid Prime 4. The two of them together will run for about 40 minutes total. But of course, you might be wondering if there's any chance of the Nintendo Switch 2 showing up. The answer? Nope! Nintendo shared in a follow-up tweet that there will be "no mention of the Nintendo Switch successor during either of these presentations," so if you're the kind of person to spam "Switch 2?" in the livestream chat, please consider reassessing who you are. Read more View the full article
One of the biggest ATP stars in the last few years, Daniil Medvedev, has joined Rainbow Six: Siege in a hilarious and perfectly timed crossover. In an X post on Aug. 25, Ubisoft revealed the tennis player’s Rainbow Six: Siege bundle, which contains a Medvedev-inspired headgear, uniform, charm, and MP7 ******* skin. You can pick up the Bandit Daniil bundle from the in-game shop for free until Sept. 8, but you need to pay to claim it afterward. View the full article
Back in June, the State Department slapped DeepCool on its sanctions list. The alleged offense was that the company did over $1 million in business with Russian firms involved in the Ukraine invasion. The sanctions barred the company's US subsidiary from conducting any business transactions with its ******** parent company.... Read Entire Article View the full article
Soulash 2 recently released their Family Update, which allows players to start families with their characters in order to create a lasting legacy. Soulash 2 is a medieval fantasy roguelike RPG that introduces multiple systems to enhance immersion. Shortly after the update was released, a user asked if the creator Artur Smiarowski would consider adding […] Source View the full article
Independent developer Omeda Studios announced Predecessor, their free-to-play MOBA, has hit full release alongside its console ports. Predecessor is now available in its big 1.0 release on Windows PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store) and Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and PS5. The MOBA is free-to-play but there are a number of bundles available: […] Source View the full article
********* developer IzanagiGames has announced another console port for Dark Auction: *******’s Estate, their new mystery game with a story penned by Hotel Dusk and Trace Memory creator Rika Suzuki. The new mystery-adventure game is coming to PS5 alongside previously announced versions on Windows PC (via Steam) and Nintendo Switch when it launches sometime in […] Source View the full article
Indie developer Door 407 has announced a full release date for Diplomacy is Not an Option, their base-building and tower defense real-time strategy game. Diplomacy is Not an Option is hitting full release on October 4th for Windows PC (via Steam, GOG, the Epic Games Store, and the Humble Store). The tower defense and base-building […] Source View the full article
Scopely has added a unique Monopoly GO event called Builder’s Bash to the flash event roster, helping you collect more Dice, Stickers, and Net Worth Upgrades. Monopoly GO features events daily, often referred to as flash or special events, in conjunction with solo events and tournaments. Many flash events are designed to help boost a particular aspect of gameplay, from Stickers and cash to Dice. The limited-time Builder’s Bash event functions similarly, synergizing with daily events and potentially doubling your rewards. View the full article
Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws is finally out later this week, but the reviews are already in for the Red ***** Redemption-esque game, leaving just one question: how is it? Well, it depends on who you ask, as while most reviews are generally favourable, it's sitting pretty much all over the spectrum of review scores. Jim landed on the higher end for us at VG247, giving the game 4/5 stars in his review, which you can check out here. While Jim did make it clear that Star Wars Outlaws won't win many Game of the Year awards due to a mixture of reasons, it still manages to capture a very particular Star Wars vibe that helps you feel young again - and it helps that the game looks great too. Still, Jim isn't the only one with opinions about Star Wars (too many people have opinions about Star Wars), but you can check out some of thoughts and scores others have shared below: Read more View the full article
Konami has released a wealth of new screenshots from Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, the remake of Metal Gear Solid 3 officially called Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater. The screenshots, below, show the remake isn't changing either the serious tactical espionage action of the original or the ridiculous, almost cartoonish elements. Protagonist Snake can be seen creeping around enemies in the forest and ********* at a rubber duck. Snake can also be seen in various states of battle worn, from feeling fresh in new camouflage to going ******** covered in blood. It also shows a handful of enemies, a revamped UI, and the first person mode players can jump into when looking for some extra precision. Announced in May 2023 after a series of rumours, Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater promises to be a faithful retelling of the original game. Konami has already confirmed it's coming to Xbox Series and PC alongside PlayStation 5. A 2024 release date is expected according to PlayStation itself, though a handful of trailers from the game have since arrived with no word on an exact date. In IGN's first preview of the game, we said: "This new, [original lead Hideo] Kojima-less Metal Gear Solid Delta seems more like a very shiny HD remaster than the elegant remake it could have been. It’s an admittedly beautiful nostalgia trip, but almost faithful to a fault. Ryan Dinsdale is an IGN freelance reporter. He'll talk about The Witcher all day. View the full article
The Lenovo Legion Go from its most distinctive angle. | Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge It’s not clear if Lenovo’s Legion Go handheld gaming PC was a success after its initial rough start last fall and its middling experience by the time I reviewed it this spring — but Lenovo is pushing forward. Not only is it planning a successor, possibly a smaller seven-inch one, but it’s also just revealed an array of new accessories for the console. Images: Lenovo The Legion Go’s new dock, joystick caps, carry case, and “charging connector” gamepad wedge. The Legion Go will get its own official $65 USB-C dock this August — and in October, a full year after launch, you’ll be able to buy a $50 wedge-shaped “Charging Connector” that lets you turn its two detachable controllers into a single gamepad, keep them... Continue reading… View the full article
Exploits in MOBAs are few and far between, but when they happen, they tend to be game-breaking. Such is the case with Hand of Midas in Dota 2, which players can now use to farm massive amounts of gold with no cooldown whatsoever. Players spotted the exploit and shared it on the game’s subreddit and the Dota Cinema YouTube channel on Aug. 26. In all the clips, players use the Hand of Midas, an item that grants a good amount of gold when cast on creeps, with no cooldown—pulling off the trick with a few simple clicks. View the full article
A piece of computing history has found its way to the auction block at Christie's, drawing the attention of technology enthusiasts and collectors alike. The IBM 7090 Mainframe, a groundbreaking machine from the late 1950s, is up for grabs, with bidding expected to reach between $40,000 and $60,000. In the... Read Entire Article View the full article
The housewife focused romantic comedy series Okusan is ending next month on September 17. The series follows Kyouko Okita, a young housewife who just moved to a new apartment with her husband. While at home, Kyouko spends her days making friends with the neighbors and their children, as well as other women from around the neighborhood. […] Source View the full article
Star Wars Outlaws is an open-world adventure game for fans of a galaxy far, far away. Published by Ubisoft, you can explore this immense game through Ubisoft Plus, and many players may want to play the game through this subscription system before purchasing it. Star Wars Outlaws is available through the Ubisoft Plus program, like many other Ubisoft titles. Those with a subscription can jump into the game immediately after they grab their subscription and set it up. With the game officially out now, subscribers will want to know when they can begin playing it. View the full article
Cheaters have long been an issue in Counter-Strike 2 and other Valve titles, but no one expected cheating to become a problem so soon in the still-unreleased Deadlock. Cheating is already so rife in Deadlock that the game’s developer has launched a separate Discord channel within Deadlock‘s playtester server for players to submit video footage of alleged hackers to be reviewed by Valve’s staff. View the full article
It’s been hard to stay positive about Concord’s chances of success after a disastrous debut earlier this year, a beta that – while fun – struggled to capture enough players’ attention, and early access numbers that were worrying to say the least. In fact, this review wasn’t ready last week because pretty much everyone that was already playing the game ******* to find matches of its round-based mode, which is unlocked past a certain player level. That’s how rough it’s been out there. But hey, player numbers aside, is Concord actually fun and compelling as a competitive online shooter? Well, kind of. And that’s its biggest issue. Sometimes, everything clicks and results in something that might just have the juice needed to grow and evolve, but the true moments of joy are just far too rare. Let’s address the elephant in the room first: Concord reportedly took eight flippin’ years to fully develop, which sounds absurd to me. Even at its best, and taking into account the lofty (and clearly unnecessary) production values on display, Concord isn’t huge. At launch, there are 16 characters, 12 maps, and 6 modes (in three totally separate playlists). On top of those, the ‘solo’ experience is limited to a practice range, a general tutorial, and five pretty basic time trials, all built with the same assets seen in the main multiplayer experience. Read more View the full article
****** Myth: Wukong features dozens of Spirits players can unlock by defeating their respective enemies and bosses. However, choosing the right one among these might be tricky, so here is our ranking of the best Spirits in ****** Myth: Wukong. Best ****** Myth Wukong Spirits Since Spirits in ****** Myth: Wukong not only grant you an active ability but also offer passive buffs to your damage, defense, or whatever other stat, we’ve taken a look at the whole package when determining the best of the best. View the full article
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If you can’t wait to start balling this September, NBA 2K25 Early Tip-Off gives you early access to the latest basketball sim, so you can play a few days ahead of everyone else. Here’s how to play NBA 2K25 early access. How to play NBA 2K25 early access Image via 2K To get early access to NBA 2K25, you just need to pre-order any edition of the game before launch day, Sept. 6. View the full article
Star Wars Outlaws has plenty to discover in a galaxy far, far away, but locked doors may halt your progress. Fortunately, you can use a trusty Data Spike to bypass these obstructions, and we’ve got some tips on how to master the mechanic. Locked doors in Star Wars Outlaws are everywhere, appearing in main story progression, side quests, and off-the-beaten track while hunting for collectibles. Because they play such an important role, it’s crucial to get to grips with the method quickly. View the full article
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A Magic: The Gathering Banned and Restricted announcement dropped on Aug. 26, removing overpowered cards like Nadu, Winged Wisdom, Grief, Sorin, Imperious Bloodlord, and Amalia Benavides Aguirre. The anticipation for the August MTG Banned and Restricted announcement was intense, with many players calling for a ban on Nadu, Winged Wisdom from the Modern format. The Modern Horizons 3 card rose to ban status following the final Pro Tour tournament of the 2023-2024 season through the Bant Nadu deck and has continued to dominate the Modern format into the 2024-2025 season. Nadu was removed from the Modern format through the Aug. 26 MTG Banned and Restricted announcement, along with Grief. Multiple other Magic formats were also hit with bans, including Pioneer, Legacy, Vintage, and Explorer. View the full article